Today
How Ben went from 4.5 to 7 hours of sleep a night
Studies show cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia, or CBT-i, is more effective than taking sleeping pills over the long term and has no side effects.
This Month
Waking up tired? AI may be able to tell you why
The overwhelming majority of people with obstructive sleep apnoea are unaware they suffer from it. A new wave of technology could change that.
How to get eight uninterrupted hours – by a sleep professor
Our modern fixation with getting eight solid hours’ sleep, you may be glad to hear, is nonsense, according to a sleep professor.
May
ASIC sues Macquarie; CBA profit rises; Ray Dalio’s big worry
Read everything that’s happened in the news so far today.
This is the worst time to exercise for a good night’s sleep
A new study has found that physical exertion within about four hours of bedtime reduces how long you spend slumbering – but there are remedies.
April
The sleep trends experts think you should (and shouldn’t) try
We asked specialists whether the hacks that spread on social media can really help you fall and stay asleep. Here’s what they said.
8 ways to sleep when your thoughts are racing
Dominique Antiglio is a sophrologist with more than 20 years’ experience. Here, she shares her techniques that have helped everyone from CEOs to athletes.
This CEO thought he was healthy. Then he went for a check
AIA Australia chief Damien Mu ate well and exercised regularly, but tests showed he wasn’t as healthy as he assumed.
February
Your diet could be disrupting your sleep. Here’s what to eat instead
Studies show that when people consume foods rich in fibre, tryptophan and unsaturated fats, they rest well and have fewer cravings for junk foods the next day.
January
How these top CEOs stay fit and healthy
Chief executives understand that investing in regular exercise and proper nutrition is good for business. But not everyone likes to tick this box by hiring a personal trainer.
Sleep device giant ResMed says Trump tariffs will boost profits
The US-based Australian sleep apnoea device giant has exceeded expectations with strong second quarter numbers.
The profound effects of power napping
Research shows that having a kip can not only take the edge off a night of inadequate sleep but also boost your cognitive and learning capabilities.
How these CEOs get a good night’s sleep
Most CEOs aim for the recommended amount of seven to nine hours but some are weary of the dangers of chasing the perfect night’s sleep.
November 2024
What is Trump’s favourite soft drink? Test yourself in our quiz
Have you been paying attention this week? Test your knowledge across politics, business and world news.
What science says about sleep trackers (and beware of orthosomnia)
Most sleep trackers are good at measuring whether somebody is asleep or awake, but perform less well at determining which stage of sleep they’re in.
Can technology actually improve your sleep?
We’ve just spent 11 weeks testing the Eight Sleep’s Pod 4 mattress cover to find out. Sleeping on the job has never been so cool.
October 2024
ResMed downplays Ozempic disruption fears as sales beat forecasts
Chief executive Mick Farrell says the company has only scratched the service in global demand for sleeping disorder devices.
Wear this new Samsung Ring, but whatever you do, don’t look at it
What’s true of all health trackers is true of Samsung’s new Galaxy Ring: their utility decreases the closer you examine them.
On cloud nine for a sky-high price: the $1m mattress
“Sleep instruments” have become a status symbol. What would you be willing to fork out for a good night’s sleep?
ResMed projects high single-digit revenue growth until 2030
The sleep devices giant expects revenue to grow in the high single-digits for the next five years as it deflects the Ozempic effect.